Audi Q7 (2017) vs. Ford Taurus (2008) Specs

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2017 Audi Q7 and 2008 Ford Taurus Specifications

Model Year	2017	2008
Model	Audi Q7	Ford Taurus
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	112.9 in	5 in
Length	199.6 in	200.4 in	-0.8 in
Width	77.5 in	74.5 in	3 in
Height	68.5 in	61.5 in	7 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3814 lb.	1124 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	20.0 gal.	2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.4 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	57.8 in	1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.3 in	0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	38.7 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	57.5 in	1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	41.3 in	-2.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	82.6 in (over 2 rows)	27.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	21.2 ft³	-6.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	21.2	16.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	21.2 ft³	50.4 ft³

2017 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi Q7.

2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review
2008	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review

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